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Built on family recipes, Taj Mahal Restaurant features an array of North Indian specialties. Chefs start with a few basic spices, such as onions, garlic, and ginger, to create their aromatic sauces for dishes such as vegetable korma, chicken tikka masala, and saag gosht—cubes of lamb over a spicy spinach purée. Both lunch and dinner feature buffets lined with a spread of vegetarian and seafood entrees, rice biryanis, and tandoori specialties. Proving that one does not have to bite into something to find it delicious, the dessert menu features housemade mango ice cream, Indian-style rice pudding, and raw gossip.

A flavorful restaurant, Tandoor serves spicy Indian fare.
Fear not you gluten-free or low-fat eaters, you'll have plenty of choices here.
With its kid-friendly vibe, Tandoor is a great spot for families to chow down.
Tandoor offers a free wifi hot spot — perfect for surfing the web or getting a little work done.
Be sure to check out Tandoor's outdoor seating when the climate is right.
Make a reservation to ensure your table is ready when you are.
Looking for something delicious to serve at your next party? Tandoor also offers catering.
Dining out isn't your only option here — pickup is available, too.
If cycling is more your speed, you'll find plenty of space to stash your bike outside the restaurant.
No matter what you choose off the menu at Tandoor, you won't completely break the bank with prices averaging around $30.
Stop by for three square meals a day — Tandoor serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

People eat three times a day to prevent rebellious stomachs from escaping in search of peanut brittle, their natural prey. Today's Groupon uses the power of South Asian cuisine to placate restless tummies: for $15, you get $30 worth of international cuisine and drinks at Shanti: Taste of India in Dorchester. This Groupon is not valid for Shanti's lunch buffet.
More than 10 years ago, Shanti opened to provide the South Boston area with fresh, authentic Indian food. After realizing that the subcontinental focus limited the range of noshing experiences, the founders soon expanded their menu to also include Pakistani and Bangladeshi dishes. Now, stylish lamb, beef, and goat parade onto plates in a variety of spice suits, including the Indian gosht vindaloo ($11.99) and the Pakistani gosht kadai ($11.99). A well-equipped squadron of nine vegetables guards the nabaraton korma's creamy sauce ($10.99). Authentically stamp a palate-passport with the shrimp bhuna, seasoned shrimp imported from Bangladesh ($12.99). Tour the menu by blindfolding yourself, spinning around, and pointing randomly at your dinner, or engage the knowledgeable staff in a friendly game of 20 Questions to receive a personal recommendation.
The rich red walls and tablecloths give Shanti a regal ambience that reaches its full and inevitable consummation when the delectables arrive in gilded dishes. At the nod of your head, goblets full of beer ($3–$6.95), wine ($5.50–$7.50), or a creamy yogurt lassi ($3.99) levitate to the table in anticipation of exuberant toasts. Reservations are suggested for parties of eight or more and can be made online here.
Reviews
More than 100 Yelpers give Shanti an average of four stars. Eighty-eight percent of more than 90 Urbanspooners recommend it, and three Insider Pagers give it a four-star average.
This is amazing Indian. Since we don't really know anything about Indian food, we always end up asking questions; the staff always helps us choose the best meal for us. – Cassie M., Yelp
Shanti is the real deal - high quality food at reasonable prices. – Mark P., Yelp
This is some of the best Indian food I have had. I come here with my family and we each get different things and share. The flavors are so rich. ─ Emma M., Insider Pages

Embracing the traditional flavors and aromas of Indian cuisine, the chefs at Taste of India strive to create richly satisfying meals using fresh, high-quality ingredients. A tandoor oven and pet dragon help them to roast spice-crusted orders of chicken, lamb, and seafood before they crown each dish with creamy sauces or fiery gravies. In addition to meat-laden entrees, the team forges platters of vegetarian-friendly fare with house-made cheese and marriages of vegetables.Though the environment is casual and airy, crisp white tablecloths drape each table in the dining room. Burgundy carpeting and green-tiled wall patterns add splashes of color, and large windows flood the space with natural light.

Today Kama owner and chef Vikram Singh cooks his internationally influenced Indian cuisine with a goal to give diners an experience that stimulates all the senses. Perhaps that calculated idea came from his background in mathematics and engineering. Or perhaps it came from his father, a renowned chef in India whose cuisine has impressed King Abdullah of Jordan and former German chancellor Helmut Kohl. After a successful career working with numbers, Vikram and his wife opened Kama to bring the local area an inspired, unique Indian menu?and one that would certainly meet his father?s inimitable standards.
Chef Singh actually draws on four decades of experience crafting his made-from-scratch sauces, homemade paneer, and spicy lamb dishes. To keep things interesting, he engages American, French, and Chinese traditions as he invents entrees such as tamarind-glazed baby back ribs and lamb tacos. But he isn?t the only one creating new tastes under his roof. Kama?s bartenders mix cocktails with fresh-squeezed juices and spike martinis with unconventional flavors such as cucumber, cinnamon, and rosemary. The restaurant recently received a 2014 Michelin Bib Gourmand award, given to the guide's favorite spots for high-quality cuisine at good value.

A flavorful restaurant, Chicago curry house - Indian Restaurant serves spicy Indian fare.
Your pals with special dietary considerations — including those who avoid fat, gluten, and animal products — will still find plenty of tasty and suitable items on the menu.
Enjoy a drink with your dinner — Chicago curry house - Indian Restaurant has a full bar to serve up a glass of wine, beer, or more.
No need to splurge on a baby sitter — tots will be right at home chowing down at Chicago curry house - Indian Restaurant.
Sized just right for big groups, the private room at Chicago curry house - Indian Restaurant would be an ideal pick for your next birthday party or family gathering.
Reserve a table ahead of time and avoid the lines.
Put the suit away when heading to Chicago curry house - Indian Restaurant — dress is casual, as are the vibes.
Throwing a big party? Count on Chicago curry house - Indian Restaurant to provide top-notch catering with the same great dishes you love.
Those driving to Chicago curry house - Indian Restaurant can choose to find street parking or leave their vehicle in the nearby lot.
Hop on public transit if driving's not your speed; accessible stops include Harrison (Red), Roosevelt (Red, Orange & Greens), and LaSalle (Blue).
Prepare to spend about $30 per person when dining at Chicago curry house - Indian Restaurant.
All major credit cards are accepted.
The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but it's the dinner menu that really draws the crowds.

Groupon Guide

Is there anything better than a home cooked indian meal? not really. It's taken some dedication but I have narrowed down the best Indian spots in the city to grab lunch or dinner!Rangoli (2421 W North Ave Chicago, IL 60647): A beautiful BYOB spot in Humboldt Park that has a romantic and quaint atmosphere. It's not a huge place but is well worth the wait! The food is spicy so be careful when ordering because when you say hot it's HOT. My menu favorites are Lamb Vindaloo (not for the faint of heart!), Chicken Tikka Masala (the cream is so rich and well spiced), & the pakora's (sometimes deep fried anything can become bland but these are crisped to perfection) It's a great location to meet friends for dinner or take people who are trying Indian food for the first time. If you are a beginner but want to get your feet wet I would recommend some samosas to start, a basket of garlic naan, & butter chicken that won't disappoint. Khan BBQ (2401 W Devon Ave Chicago, IL 60659): Not only does this place have a great name they excel at kabobs & authentic halal cuisine. There is no alcohol allowed & it's closed on Friday afternoons but is open late Sunday! The meat is so tender & cooked in a tandoor leaving a authentic flavor to everything. I wouldn't venture much further than kabobs & tandoori chicken on the menu but they are worth it. The staff is amazingly friendly & will even let you back in the kitchen to watch the oven if you ask real nice. Ghareeb Nawaz (2032 W Devon Ave Chicago, IL 60659): This place is a hidden gem in my opinion. It's not a great spot to dine in but take out is a must! Their lamb biriyani is the only one my parents will eat in the city & my father will drive any distance to get it. If that's not enough convincing the portions are huge, prices so low, & food as close to India as you are going to get. Besides the biriyani I would recommend the chili chicken, lamb khorma, & any of the dhal's.

How do you find Chicago's most Chicago restaurant? You begin by taking the world's best decision-making device: the bracket. Then you combine it with Chicago's best device to represent its messy, opinionated landscape: the ward map. Some have called this pursuit "patently absurd." We humbly disagree. By taking our logic above (bracket + ward map) and extrapolating it into a larger, totally airtight algorithm, our computers have found a winner for the title of Chicago's most Chicago restaurant. See the finalists and read more about the search here. Below is one of the finalists.
Even with a large, square sign jutting out over the sidewalk, it’s difficult for Hema’s Kitchen (2439 W. Devon Ave.) to stand out amid the neighborhood’s vibrant assortment of shops, restaurants, and specialty grocery stores. The corridor of Devon that runs through West Ridge bears a unique energy. With its bustling crowds and tight quarters, the street has a lively spirit that makes Western Avenue, which is just around the corner, feel sterile.
Amie Zander serves as the executive director of the West Ridge Chamber of Commerce, and she characterizes that particular street as a condensed representation of the larger neighborhood’s cultural and ethnic diversity.
“We describe it as ‘the international marketplace,’” she said, noting that the packed sidewalks and vast array of businesses may be overwhelming to some visitors, but those characteristics are exactly what makes the area so distinctive.
Zander mentioned that the street’s Indian and Pakistani roots run the deepest. However, West Ridge is also home to a number of ethnic groups, including—among others—large populations of Afghan, Bangladeshi, Iraqi, Kenyan, Ethiopian, and Orthodox Jewish citizens. Much of this diversity accompanied the neighborhood’s booming growth over the last 30 years, and, according to Zander, this development is especially apparent along Devon.
As I made my way to Hema’s Kitchen, the South Asian community was the most prominent. Several Indian restaurants and kaleidoscopic displays of saris caught my eye as I scoured the streetscape, searching for the large, square Hema’s sign that would be a neighborhood landmark anywhere else in Chicago. By the time I found the door, I was ready to eat.
Hema Potla: Hyderabad’s Culinary Ambassador
Hema Potla originally hails from Hyderabad, India—known as the City of Pearls since it once served as the trading hub for the country’s precious gemstones. In Chicago, Hema and her late husband decided to embrace their roots by opening a restaurant in 1992. Hema’s husband was actually the first person to spark her passion for South Asian cuisine. From him, she learned to cook meals that featured the unmistakable combinations of fragrant herbs and spices—many of which she roasts and grinds—found in dishes unique to Hyderabad, as well as others from regions throughout India.
The first Hema’s Kitchen opened on Oakley Avenue, and the public’s clamoring for Hema’s cooking led her to open a second location in Lincoln Park before relocating the original restaurant to Devon along the pulsing heart of West Ridge’s “international marketplace.”
Although traditional Indian cuisine is clearly the major source of inspiration, Zander praised the fact that Hema’s goal is to make her menu accessible. It’s the sort of restaurant where you can introduce yourself or a guest to Indian cooking by ordering a relatively mild and tame meal, but you always have the option to dive into the culinary equivalent of the deep end. Hema serves as a sort of guide in this respect, helping diners figure out what sort of experience they are seeking.
The Meal
Unfortunately, Hema was not available during my visit, so I opted to stick with some classics for the sake of comparison.
Vegetable samosas: They arrived straight from the fryer and even had the blistered, golden-brown pastry shells to prove it. Naturally, my two-piece order came with a refreshing mint chutney as well as an irresistably tangy tamarind chutney the color of cherry-pie filling.
Garlic naan: The tandoor-baked bread had a thickness and consistency that I more commonly associate with pita. Whoever made the choice to top it with roughly chopped chunks of garlic as opposed to a finely minced spread deserves a handshake.
Lamb curry: These tender pieces of lamb are cooked in a brick-red, tomato-based gravy spiked with onion and a mélange of spices. I asked for medium spice, and the ensuing burn was one that slowly built with each bite but never left me wiping my brow and blinking away tears. Naturally, every last piece of naan was used to sponge up the curry sauce that remained in the serving dish.
Final Thoughts
In marked contrast to the street just outside, Hema’s Kitchen adopts a more casual, laid-back ambiance.
Traditional Indian music does play over the sound system and framed paintings of sari-clad women fill the walls, but the space lacks the cacophonous bustle of Devon Avenue in general. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, though. Instead, it gives visitors the opportunity to sample one small taste of one of the many cultures that help make West Ridge so vibrant, spirited, and entirely distinctive. “[Hema’s Kitchen] is a great reflection of what we have to offer here,” Amie Zander said. “If you’re only going to go to one place on Devon, to me, it would be a good place.”
Photos by Timothy Burkhart, Groupon